A sign from God
Children's Activity
Object:
Teachers or Parents: Many churches have baptisms on this
date. If your church has a baptism scheduled or a commemoration
of baptisms within the congregation, involve the children. Have
the children come around the baptismal font along with the
baptismal party.
*Sometimes we look for mystical "signs" when God gives us everyday signs and simple elements such as water and God's word. Children often are filled with awe and wonder at the simple things of life.
*Go to the family records or church office and find the baptismal dates for each child. For parents, reminisce about that day with your child.
*"Epiphany" means "a bodily manifestation" or revelation. Tell the children the meaning of the term and ask them to connect this "First Sunday after the Epiphany" with how God revealed himself through Jesus' baptism.
*Invite the children to draw the scene at Jesus' baptism.
*Make baptismal banners or wall hangings. Utilize the symbol of the dove. Connect water and word.
*Make a collage of "signs" that God is among us. Have the children cut pictures or words from old news magazines.
(*Make it a habit to remember each person's baptism -- at home and at church.)
Sunday school assembly opening:
*Learn and sing John Ylvisaker's baptismal song, "I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry."
*Each week recognize baptismal anniversaries (perhaps instead of birthdays). You will, of course, need a complete list for consistency. Your church office may have such a list.
*Sometimes we look for mystical "signs" when God gives us everyday signs and simple elements such as water and God's word. Children often are filled with awe and wonder at the simple things of life.
*Go to the family records or church office and find the baptismal dates for each child. For parents, reminisce about that day with your child.
*"Epiphany" means "a bodily manifestation" or revelation. Tell the children the meaning of the term and ask them to connect this "First Sunday after the Epiphany" with how God revealed himself through Jesus' baptism.
*Invite the children to draw the scene at Jesus' baptism.
*Make baptismal banners or wall hangings. Utilize the symbol of the dove. Connect water and word.
*Make a collage of "signs" that God is among us. Have the children cut pictures or words from old news magazines.
(*Make it a habit to remember each person's baptism -- at home and at church.)
Sunday school assembly opening:
*Learn and sing John Ylvisaker's baptismal song, "I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry."
*Each week recognize baptismal anniversaries (perhaps instead of birthdays). You will, of course, need a complete list for consistency. Your church office may have such a list.
